We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

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Hours: Typical hours are Monday - Friday from 8am - 4:30pm with alternating Saturdays

Wage: $18.41

PURPOSE OF JOB: 

Receives and prepares samples for laboratory analysis and tests to diagnose various pet and other animal illnesses, injuries and diseases in support of veterinarian animal treatment. Responsible for various support activities, including maintaining supply inventory, record-keeping, cleaning, supply shipping and receiving, and other related duties. 

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsible for various support activities, including maintaining supply inventory, record-keeping, shipping and receiving, cleaning and other related duties.  Checks inventory of supplies, stocks shelves and maintains order in supply room.  Ensures documents are completed according to established SOPs and reflect current manufacturing processes and label claims. Work under close to moderate supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment. Consult with senior peers on non-complex specimen processing tasks to learn through experience.  Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new assignments. Applies job skills and lab policies and procedures to complete a variety of tasks.Works on specimen processing tasks that are semi-routine in nature where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required. Receives and prepares samples for laboratory analyses. Accurately process standard requisitions per approved procedures at a rate of 65 accessions per hour, heartworm multi-test forms at a rate of 150 accessions per hour, fecal multi-test forms at a rate of 165 accessions per hour, and 2-D requisitions at a rate of 82 accessions per hour. Processes add-on test requests.Removes specimens from transport bags, enters patient data, labels samples and aliquots as needed for multiple testing.  Sorts samples for distribution throughout the lab (X-rays, Coggins, Cytology, etc.). Scans tubes into storage racks and enters specimen data into database to verify the accuracy of information.Accessions various specimens including but not limited to urine, whole blood and plasma, feces, and biopsies.Checks all trash containers within the Specimen Processing department when assigned.Assists other lab personnel with specimen storage.Ensure Turn Around Times (TAT’s) are met.Reads, understands and follows applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), including safety and quality procedures.  Maintains clean and organized work area.  Restocks supplies as needed. Applies job skills and lab policies and procedures to complete a variety of tasks. Performs other duties as assigned.We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization.  Every employee has the responsibility to ask questions, seek guidance, and report concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards.  Antech Diagnostics has several processes in place to communicate with leadership and expects that employees will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values.     

           

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent with prior lab experience and/or 2, 3 or 4 year degree in Science-related field preferred. 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:   

Knowledge of medical and laboratory terminology helpfulKnowledge of specimen processing procedures and equipment helpfulGeneral science backgroundAttention to detailOrganized with the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environmentAbility to work independentlyExcellent verbal and written communication skillsBasic math and analytical skillsExcellent data entry skills requiredPersonal computer skills, strong typing ability, and knowledge of Microsoft Office.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

Extensive sitting, phone, and computer useCapable of standing continuously for up to 2 hoursExtend and reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingersOccasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouchMay be required to lift, move, and carry up to 20 lbs.Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Hearing ability to effectively communicate via the telephone and in personAbility to communicate verbally on the phone and in personFluency in the English languageExtended hours may be neededTravel may be required if acting in a float capacity

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

Laboratory environment with potential biohazards presentUse of potentially hazardous chemicals as defined by the National Hazard Communication StandardsA complete list of such chemicals is available from department supervision

Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.

All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more:

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)

Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life

Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)

Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement

Life Assistance Program

Pet Care Discounts

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers.